Beneficial Microbes & Bioremediation

BTA Microbial Solutions

BENEFICIAL MICROBES & BIOREMEDIATION

Advanced probiotic formulations, custom microbial compounding and targeted bioremediation strains for aquaculture, aquariums and water treatment. Science-driven bacteria engineered for real-world results, compounded in Australia.

23+
Individual Strains
1.2×10¹²
CFU/g (Microplex)
5
Probiotic Products
AUS
Custom Compounded
The Heart of Bioremediation

PROBIOTIC FORMULATIONS

Multi-strain probiotic blends engineered for specific aquatic outcomes — from broad-spectrum pathogen control to targeted nitrogen reduction and substrate health.

Microplex

20 Strains

The ultimate multi-strain aquatic probiotic. 20 synergistic strains producing antimicrobial metabolites that actively destroy Vibrio, Aeromonas, and Pseudomonas populations.

  • 1.2 × 10¹² CFU/g total density
  • Includes Bdellovibrio predator strain
  • Active antimicrobial metabolite production
  • Freshwater & marine optimised
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NCOMP

Nitrogen Reduction

Complete aerobic nitrogen reduction without anaerobic chambers, methanol dosing, or H₂S risk. Full NH₃, NO₂ and NO₃ mitigation in a single biofilter-friendly product.

  • Aerobic nitrate removal pathway
  • No methanol or carbon dosing required
  • Acts as a biofilter booster
  • Pond-side culturable with OC-K
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SUB-6

6 Bacillus Strains

Substrate and plankton support blend. Six synergistic Bacillus strains at 135 billion CFU/g that digest organic sludge and remineralise waste into phytoplankton fuel.

  • 135 billion CFU/g concentration
  • Sludge digestion & mineralisation
  • Greenwater & phytoplankton fuel
  • Every strain individually named
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OC-K

Growth Fuel

Microbe nutrient and bacterial growth fuel. 100% organic, alcohol-free carbon donors with a metalloenzyme core for stable 24-hour microbial fuelling.

  • 100% organic, aquatic-based
  • Alcohol-free, no harsh carbon
  • Feeds Archaea through Nitrospira
  • Trace element matrix (Fe, Zn, Mo)
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Built For Your System

CUSTOM COMPOUNDING SERVICE

Every system is different. Source individual strains, request a pre-made consortium, or have us compound a fully bespoke blend based on your water chemistry and bioload.

Microbe Market

23 Strains

The full BTA microbial arsenal — 23 individual strains available in 10g packages, ready-made consortiums, and a custom compounding service for exact specifications.

  • Individual strain purchasing
  • Pre-made consortiums (NCOMP, etc.)
  • 10g modular packaging
  • Open strain library
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System Analysis

Step 01

We start by reviewing your water chemistry, target species, system volume, bioload and operating temperature. The strain selection follows the data — not guesswork.

  • Water chemistry profiling
  • Bioload & species assessment
  • Pathogen risk evaluation
  • Existing biofilter compatibility

Bespoke Formulation

Step 02

Strains are selected from the full library and compounded in-house at concentrations matched to your problem. Synergy is tested before the final blend leaves the lab.

  • Synergistic strain pairing
  • In-house compounding
  • Concentration matched to bioload
  • Marine or freshwater optimised

Tailored Dosing

Step 03

Every custom blend ships with a specific dosing schedule for your system. Loading doses, maintenance schedules, and OC-K pairing are all spelled out.

  • Custom dosing schedule supplied
  • Loading vs maintenance phases
  • OC-K fuelling pairing
  • Ongoing technical support
Real-World Use Cases

APPLICATIONS & INDUSTRIES

From commercial hatcheries to coral propagation systems, our microbial range is engineered for the demands of every aquatic environment.

Aquaculture & Hatcheries

Commercial

High-density grow-out and hatchery environments demand active pathogen control and rapid waste mineralisation. Microplex and SUB-6 deliver both at commercial scale.

  • Vibrio and Aeromonas suppression
  • Larval survival improvement
  • Pond-side OC-K culturing
  • Bulk packaging for large systems

Aquarium Display Systems

Retail & Public

Crystal-clear water and stable nitrogen cycles for display tanks, retail livestock, and quarantine. NCOMP plus low-dose Microplex keeps livestock-ready systems stable.

  • Stable nitrogen cycle support
  • Reduced water change frequency
  • Quarantine biosecurity boost
  • Compatible with all biofilters

Coral & Reef Systems

Marine

Coral farms and high-end reef installations rely on ultra-stable water chemistry. SUB-6 and Microplex reduce DOC, suppress nuisance algae, and stabilise mineral cycling.

  • DOC reduction & clarity
  • Cyanobacteria suppression
  • Mineral cycle stability
  • Coral farm tested

Water Treatment & Bioremediation

Industrial

Industrial bioremediation of nutrient-rich effluent, sludge ponds, and dam systems. NCOMP plus SUB-6 with OC-K fuelling drives waste through to phytoplankton biomass.

  • Nutrient effluent treatment
  • Sludge digestion at depth
  • Dam & lagoon stabilisation
  • Custom blend for site chemistry
What Makes BTA Microbes Different

THE SCIENCE BEHIND THE BLENDS

Two technologies separate BTA blends from generic probiotic powders — predatory bacteria and a continuous metabolite production strategy.

Bdellovibrio Predator Strain

Active Predation

Microplex includes Bdellovibrio — a predatory bacterium that actively hunts and consumes Gram-negative pathogens like Vibrio, Aeromonas and Pseudomonas from the inside.

  • Active pathogen predation
  • Targets Gram-negative bacteria
  • Self-limiting population
  • No resistance pathway known

Antimicrobial Metabolites

Continuous Action

Our Bacillus strains continuously produce antimicrobial metabolites — natural compounds that suppress pathogens long after the live cells have settled or been consumed.

  • Natural metabolite production
  • Active beyond live-cell phase
  • Pathogen population suppression
  • Compatible with OC-K fuelling

Trade & Wholesale Pricing

Running a hatchery, aquaculture farm, or aquarium retail operation? We offer competitive trade accounts with bulk microbe pricing, dedicated technical support, and custom compounding services for production-scale needs.

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  • Volume discounts on bulk probiotic packs
  • Dedicated microbiology account manager
  • Custom compounding for production-scale needs
  • On-site water chemistry consultation
  • Priority allocation on new strain releases

NOT SURE WHICH MICROBES YOU NEED?

Our microbiology team will analyse your system — water chemistry, species, bioload and pathogen risk — and recommend the right strain combination, dosing schedule and OC-K fuelling pairing. Whether it's an off-the-shelf blend or a fully custom compound, we'll guide you through it.